Report fraud to Colorado Department of Human Services
The Colorado Department of Human Services is committed to discovering and addressing fraud, waste and abuse. Private citizens are encouraged to report financial and time fraud, as well as waste or misuse of resources.
If fraud is suspected at the county level, please contact your county human services office. Similarly, if your EBT benefits have transactions that you did not make or authorize, do not fill out this form and contact your local county office for assistance instead.
For all other fraud concerns, contact the CDHS Fraud Hotline at 877.934.6361 or fill out the form below.
Fraud reports are accepted for the following:
- Colorado Works / Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Child Support Services
- Low Income Energy Assistance (LEAP)
- Child Welfare
- Adult Protective Services
- Medicaid eligibility
- Colorado Department of Human Services or County employee fraud
- Contract and grant fraud for State contracts
Reports can also be filed for fraud by CDHS or county officials.
Be ready with the following information:
- The name of the individual or organization
- The address of the individual or organization
- The individuals living in the household
- The date of the alleged misconduct
- A detailed description explaining why you suspect fraud or abuse
- Your contact information
The fraud referral will either be investigated by the CDHS Audit Division or referred to the appropriate contact for further investigation.